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Type HV
Directional Spray Nozzles, Open,
High Velocity
General
Description
The Type HV Nozzles are open (nonautomatic) directional spray nozzles
with individual inlet strainers. They are
designed for use in water spray fixed
systems for fire protection applications
where a high velocity water application
may be required, such as for the protection of flammable liquids.
The Type HV Nozzles feature an integral strainer for use when the Authority
Having Jurisdiction (other than NFPA
applications) requires the use of individual strainers in addition to main
pipeline strainers for nozzles having
an orifice diameter of 3/8 inch (9,5 mm)
or less.
Available in brass or stainless steel,
the six patterns of the Type HV Nozzles provide a wide variety of orifice
sizes and distribution characteristics.
As water passes through the internal
swirl plate, a swirling action is produced, prior to the water being discharged through the orifice tip of the
body, resulting in a solid conical spray
pattern of water droplets being discharged over a defined area.
High velocity type nozzles are principally used in water spray systems for
the protection of fixed hazards such as

IMPORTANT
Always refer to Technical Data
Sheet TFP700 for the INSTALLER
WARNING that provides cautions
with respect to handling and installation of sprinkler systems and components. Improper handling and installation can permanently damage
a sprinkler system or its components and cause the nozzle to fail to
operate in a fire situation.

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transformers, circuit breakers, diesel

engines and diesel storage tanks,
turbo alternators, lube oil systems, oil
fire boilers, and similar hazards. They
are capable of rapidly extinguishing oil
fires by emulsification, cooling, and
smothering. The surface cooling effects of high velocity type nozzles also
minimizes the possibility of reignition
after a fire extinguishment.
It is recommended that the end user be
consulted with respect to the suitability
of the materials of construction for any
given corrosive environment. The effects of ambient temperature, concentration of chemicals, and gas/chemical
velocity, should be considered, at a
minimum, along with the corrosive nature to which the nozzles may be exposed.
The Type HV Nozzles are a redesignation for the Gem Type HV.

vices in proper operating condition.

The installing contractor or sprinkler
manufacturer should be contacted
with any questions.

WARNINGS
The Type HV Nozzles described
herein must be installed and maintained in compliance with this document, as well as with the applicable
standards of the National Fire Protection Association, in addition to the
standards of any other authorities having jurisdiction. Failure to do so may
impair the performance of these devices.
The design of individual water spray
fixed systems can vary considerably,
depending on the characteristics and
nature of the hazard, the basic purpose of the spraying system, the configuration of the hazard, and wind/draft
conditions. Because of these variations as well as the wide range of
available nozzle spray characteristics,
the design of water spray fixed systems for fire protection must only be
performed by experienced designers
who thoroughly understand the limitations as well as capabilities of such
systems.
The owner is responsible for maintaining their fire protection system and de-

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TFP815

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TFP815

Technical
Data
Approvals
The Type HV Nozzles are UL and ULC
Listed, as well as FM Approved.
Maximum Working Pressure
175 psi (12,1 bar).
Also refer to Figure 2, Note 2.
Discharge Coefficient
Refer to Figure 1.
Water Distribution
Refer to Figure 2 and 3. Optimum flowing pressure is 30 to 80 psi (2,1 to 5,5
bar).

NFPA
(GPM psi)

ISO/SI
(LPM bar)

E-NPT *

HV-14

1.6

23,0

2.83
(71,9)

1.87
(47,1)

1.50
(38,1)

1.30
(33,0)

HV-17

1.8

25,9

2.83
(71,9)

1.87
(47,1)

1.50
(38,1)

1.30
(33,0)

HV-26

2.8

40,3

2.83
(71,9)

1.87
(47,1)

1.50
(38,1)

1.30
(33,0)

HV-37

4.6

66,2

3.00
(76,2)

2.03
(51,6)

1.50
(38,1)

1.30
(33,0)

HV-45

5.5

79,2

3.00
(76,2)

2.03
(51,6)

1.50
(38,1)

1.30
(33,0)

HV-60

6.4

92,2

4.56
(115,8)

3.41
(86,6)

1.90
(48,3)

1.65
(41,9)

1-1/4

* Pipe thread connections per ISO 7/1 can be provided on special request.

Thread Connection
Refer to Figure 1.
Physical Characteristics
(Brass Assemblies)
Body . . . . . . . . . . .
Swirl Plate . . . . . . . .
Strainer . . . . . . . . . .
Strainer . . . . . . . . . .

Nominal Dimensions in Inches and (mm)

K-FACTOR
TYPE

A
B

.
.
.
.

.
.
.
.

. Brass
. Brass
. Brass
Copper

E-NPT *

D
WRENCH
HEX

BODY

Physical Characteristics
(Stainless Steel Assemblies)
Body . . . . . . . . . . . . Type 316
Swirl Plate . . . . . . . . . Type 316
Strainer . . . . . . . . . . . Type 316
Strainer . . . . . . . . . . Type 316L

STRAINER WITH
NOMINAL 1/8" DIA.
(3,2 mm) HOLES

SWIRL
PLATE
TYPE HV-14, HV-17, AND HV-26
A
D

B
E-NPT *

WRENCH
HEX

BODY

STRAINER WITH
NOMINAL 1/8" DIA.
(3,2 mm) HOLES

RETAINER

SWIRL
PLATE

TYPE HV-37, HV-45, AND HV-60

FIGURE 1
TYPE HV NOZZLES
NOMINAL DIMENSIONS

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DATA KEY

1,0
4
6

2,0

8
3,0

10
METERS
1,0

FEET
4

1,0
4
6

2,0

8
3,0

10
12

4,0

AXIAL DISTANCE FROM NOZZLE, FEET

HV-17

14
METERS
1,0

FEET
4

1,0
4

2,0

6
8

3,0

10
12

4,0
14

1,0
4
6

2,0

8
3,0

10
METERS
1,0

FEET
4

HV-60

1,0
4
6

2,0

8
3,0

10
12

4,0
14

2,0

METERS
1,0

FEET
4

8
0

AXIAL DISTANCE FROMNOZZLE, METERS

HV-37

FEET
4

HV-26

8
0

2,0
0

METERS
1,0

AXIAL DISTANCE FROM NOZZLE, FEET

HV-14

2,0

HV-45

1,0
4

2,0

6
8

3,0

10
12

4,0

16

FIGURE 2 PART 1 of 2
WATER DISTRIBUTION DESIGN DATA

14
16

AXIAL DISTANCE FROM NOZZLE, FEET

AXIAL DISTANCE FROMNOZZLE, METERS

AXIAL DISTANCE FROMNOZZLE, METERS

FEET
4

AXIAL DISTANCE FROM NOZZLE, FEET

2,0

AXIAL DISTANCE FROMNOZZLE, METERS

2,0

AXIAL DISTANCE FROMNOZZLE, METERS

METERS
1,0

AXIAL DISTANCE FROM NOZZLE, FEET

AXIAL DISTANCE FROMNOZZLE, METERS

2,0

AXIAL DISTANCE FROM NOZZLE, FEET

DESIGN SPRAY PROFILE (S/2)

OVERALL SPRAY PATTERN (RADIAL DISTANCE)

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TFP815

AXIAL DISTANCE

S
S/2
S/2

NOTES (Figures C-1 and C-2):

1. Design data applies to a maximum wind
condition of 15 MPH (24 km/h).

NOZZLE

2. Unless otherwise noted, design data

applies to a residual (flowing) pressure
range at the nozzle inlet of 30 to 80 psi
(2,1 to 5,5 bar). For pressures up to 175
psi (12,1 bar) consult Tyco Fire &
Building Products Technical Services.

3. The shapes of the Overall Spray

Patterns and Design Spray Profiles
remain essentially unchanged over the
maximum recommended axial distances.

DESIGN
SPRAY
PROFILE

PLANE OF
PROTECTION
ORIENTATION
ANGLE
(90 SHOWN)

AXIS

DESIGN
SPRAY
AREA

OVERALL
SPRAY
AREA

0 (GRAVITY)
5,0

16

5,0

16
Minimum 50 psi (3,4 bar)

Minimum 30 psi (2,1 bar)

4,5

4,5
14

14

10

3,0

HV
-37

2,5
&H

V-4
5

HV-

HV-17

2,0

60

HV-2

1,5

1,0

HV-14

0,5

0
30
60
(GRAVITY) 45

90

120 150 180

135

MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED AXIAL DISTANCE

TO PLANE OF PROTECTION, FEET

3,5

MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED AXIAL DISTANCE

TO PLANE OF PROTECTION, METERS

MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED AXIAL DISTANCE

TO PLANE OF PROTECTION, FEET

12

12
3,5
10

3,0

HV
-3

7&

HV
-4

HV
-60

HV
-17

HV
-26

HV-1

2,5

2,0

1,5

1,0

0,5

0
30
60
(GRAVITY) 45

90

120 150 180

135

ORIENTATION ANGLE

ORIENTATION ANGLE

FIGURE 2 PART 2 of 2
WATER DISTRIBUTION DESIGN DATA

MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED AXIAL DISTANCE

TO PLANE OF PROTECTION, METERS

4,0

4,0

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NOTES:
1. Reference dta applies to still air.
2. The Overall Spray Patterns in the plan view are the same as those in Figure C-1.
14

12

10

4,8 4,5
1,8

6
4

45
37

14
2

2
17

2
17
14

12

10

45

37

4
16

14
8

60

4
2

HORIZONTAL DISTANCE, FEET

ELEVATION, METERS

26

3,5

3,0

2,5

2,0

1,5

1,0

0,5

0
1,8

60

1,5

26

ELEVATION, FEET

60

4,0

1,5

26

45
1,0

1,0
14

37

0,5

0,5

17

0,5
1,0
1,2
4,8 4,5

0,5
14

17
37
4,0

3,5

3,0

2,5

2,0

45
1,5

1,0
1,2

26

16
6

60

1,0

0,5

HORIZONTAL DISTANCE, METERS

FIGURE 3
REFERENCE GUIDE SHOWING THE OVERALL VERTICAL SPRAY PATTERNS
WHEN PROJECTING WATER HORIZONTALLY BEYOND THE DESIGN PARAMETERS GIVEN IN FIGURE 2
30 to 80 PSI (2,1 to 5,5 bar)

Design
Criteria

jecting horizontally. As shown in Figure 3, the spray patterns become nonconcentric, beyond a certain point, due
to the affects of gravity.

Nozzle Placement. The nominal overall spray patterns, spacing, and maximum recommended axial distances
for six patterns of the Type HV Nozzles
are given in Figure 2 for residual (flowing) pressures of 30 to 80 psi (2,1 to
5,5 bar). A minimum residual pressure
of 30 psi (2,1 bar) can typically be used
for most applications; however, a minimum residual pressure of 50 psi (3,4
bar) is recommended for applications
requiring higher velocity water delivery, such as those specifying rapid extinguishment of oil fires by emulsification.

Main Pipeline Strainers. Even

though individual strainers have been
provided, main pipeline strainers are
required for systems utilizing Type HV
Nozzles, since their waterways are
less than 3/8 inch (9,5 mm) diameter.

With reference to Figure 2, use of the

Design Spray Profile for the Design
Spray Area will help assure that direct
impingement on all surfaces will occur.
The Design Spray Area shown at the
top Figure 2 - Part 2 of 2 on Page 4
consists of the square of length S
within the circular Overall Spray
Area.
The maximum recommended axial
distances given in Figure 2 are based
on maintaining the specified spray patterns under a maximum wind condition
of 15 MPH (24 km/h).
Figure 3 provided a reference guide
showing the overall still air spray patterns beyond the maximum 15 MPH
(24 km/h) axial distances, when pro-

Installation
Type HV Nozzles must be installed in
accordance with the following instructions:

NOTE
A leak tight 1 inch NPT nozzle joint
should be obtained with a torque of 20
to 30 ft.lbs. (26,8 to 40,2 Nm). A leak
tight 1-1/4 inch NPT nozzle joint
should be obtained with a torque of 30
to 40 ft.lbs. (40,2 to 53,6 Nm). Higher
levels of torque may distort the nozzle
inlet and cause impairment of the nozzle.
Step 1. With pipe thread sealant applied to the pipe threads, hand tighten
the nozzle into the nozzle fitting.
Step 2. Tighten the nozzle into the
nozzle fitting using an adjustable crescent wrench. With reference to Figure
1 the adjustable crescent wrench is to
be applied to the wrench hex.

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TFP815

Care and
Maintenance

Limited
Warranty

Ordering
Procedure

The Type HV Nozzles must be maintained and serviced in accordance

with the following instructions:

Products manufactured by Tyco Fire &

Building Products (TFBP) are warranted solely to the original Buyer for
ten (10) years against defects in material and workmanship when paid for
and properly installed and maintained
under normal use and service. This
warranty will expire ten (10) years
from date of shipment by TFBP. No
warranty is given for products or components manufactured by companies
not affiliated by ownership with TFBP
or for products and components which
have been subject to misuse, improper
installation, corrosion, or which have
not been installed, maintained, modified or repaired in accordance with applicable Standards of the National Fire
Protection Association, and/or the
standards of any other Authorities
Having Jurisdiction. Materials found
by TFBP to be defective shall be either
repaired or replaced, at TFBPs sole
option. TFBP neither assumes, nor
authorizes any person to assume for it,
any other obligation in connection with
the sale of products or parts of products. TFBP shall not be responsible for
sprinkler system design errors or inaccurate or incomplete information supplied by Buyer or Buyers representatives.

When placing an order, indicate the

full product name and P/N.

In no event shall TFBP be liable, in

contract, tort, strict liability or under
any other legal theory, for incidental,
indirect, special or consequential damages, including but not limited to labor
charges, regardless of whether TFBP
was informed about the possibility of
such damages, and in no event shall
TFBPs liability exceed an amount
equal to the sales price.

HV-14
HV-17
HV-26
HV-37
HV-45
HV-60

NOTE
Before closing a fire protection system
main control valve for maintenance
work on the fire protection system that
it controls, permission to shut down the
affected fire protection system must be
obtained from the proper authorities
and all personnel who may be affected
by this action must be notified.
Type HV Nozzles must never be
painted, plated, coated or altered in
any way after leaving the factory; otherwise, the spray performance may be
impaired.
Care must be exercised to avoid damage to the nozzles - before, during, and
after installation. Nozzles damaged by
dropping, striking, wrench twist/slippage, or the like, must be replaced.
Frequent visual inspections are recommended to be initially performed for
nozzles installed in potentially corrosive atmospheres to verify the integrity
of the materials of construction as they
may be affected by the corrosive conditions present for a given installation.
Thereafter, annual inspections per
NFPA 25 are required.
Water spray fixed systems for fire protection service require regularly
scheduled care and maintenance by
trained personnel. In addition to inspecting nozzles for proper spray performance during water flow trip tests of
the system, it is recommended that
nozzles be periodically inspected for
broken or missing parts or evidence of
impaired protection. The inspections
should be scheduled weekly or as frequently as may be necessary, and corrective action must be taken to ensure
that the nozzles will perform as intended in the event of a fire.
The owner is responsible for the inspection, testing, and maintenance of
their fire protection system and devices in compliance with this document, as well as with the applicable
standards of the National Fire Protection Association (e.g., NFPA 25), in
addition to the standards of any other
authorities having jurisdiction. The installing contractor or sprinkler manufacturer should be contacted relative
to any questions.
It is recommended that water spray
fixed systems be inspected, tested,
and maintained by a qualified Inspection Service in accordance with local
requirements and/or national codes.

Contact your local distributor for availability.

HV Nozzles:
Specify: Type (number), (specify
brass or stainless steel) Nozzle with
(specify NPT or ISO 7/1) thread connection, P/N (specify).
Brass Assemblies, NPT
HV-14
HV-17
HV-26
HV-37
HV-45
HV-60

...................
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...................

P/N
P/N
P/N
P/N
P/N
P/N

49-014-1-001
49-016-1-001
49-026-1-001
49-037-1-001
49-045-1-001
49-060-1-001

Stainless Steel Assemblies, NPT

HV-14
HV-17
HV-26
HV-37
HV-45
HV-60

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P/N
P/N
P/N
P/N
P/N
P/N

49-014-0-001
49-016-0-001
49-026-0-001
49-037-0-001
49-045-0-001
49-060-0-001

Brass Assemblies, ISO 7/1

HV-14
HV-17
HV-26
HV-37
HV-45
HV-60

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P/N PBP55062
P/N PBP55071
P/N PBP55080
P/N PBP55099
P/N PBP55101
P/N AEC00236

Stainless Steel Assemblies, ISO 7/1

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The foregoing warranty is made in lieu

of any and all other warranties, express or implied, including warranties
of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
This limited warranty sets forth the exclusive remedy for claims based on
failure of or defect in products, materials or components, whether the claim
is made in contract, tort, strict liability
or any other legal theory.
This warranty will apply to the full extent permitted by law. The invalidity, in
whole or part, of any portion of this
warranty will not affect the remainder.

TYCO FIRE & BUILDING PRODUCTS, 451 North Cannon Avenue, Lansdale, Pennsylvania 19446

P/N
P/N
P/N
P/N
P/N
P/N

AEC00012
AEC00021
AEC00030
AEC00049
AEC00058
AEC00263